Comments for The Massage Pundit

Comment on NCBTMB: New Plans for the Future by Laura Allen

Laura Allen — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:10:31 +0000

The NCBTMB has been involved in efforts to STOP human trafficking, as has the FSMTB, for the past few years. I am not a "shill" for the NCB; I have criticized many of their actions over the years when I felt it was warranted. My blog is my opinion, and you are certainly entitled to yours. As far as the Polaris Project, they are involved with many agencies who are making efforts to stop human trafficking.

Comment on A Betrayal of Trust by Karen Z

Karen Z — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:00:54 +0000

Will you tell the truth Laurie Allen or are you a shill for the NCBTMB?

Comment on FSMTB Unveils Continuing Education Plan by Karen Z

Karen Z — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:49:22 +0000

The NCBTMB cannot be trusted and never could from paying themselves outrageous salaries to creating a problem with human trafficking and blames their providers with a history of covering their own asses. The NCBTMB is a danger to the massage profession. Why is the human trafficking agency the Polaris Project involved with the NCBTMB?

Comment on NCBTMB: New Plans for the Future by Karen Z

Karen Z — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:46:43 +0000

Why is the human trafficking agency the Polaris Project involved with the NCBTMB?

Comment on MOCC Proposal: Dis-Organized Chaos by April

April — Sat, 05 May 2012 03:52:48 +0000

Hi I once was a therapist who worekd in a chirpractic office, we’ve seen a ton of patients in this situation. Here’s the thing, massage is good for overall health by reducing stress, and relieving metabolic waste. Depression is something not tied in with that. Not once were in school were we ever explained anything on depression (speaking of my own schooling of course) as in how to treat.. etc. It can help you buy taking the time for you, and being in a facility that is built to help people. surrounding yourself in those types of situation is what really helps depression. Find a good therapist and a good company and let it all out.

Comment on Thanksgiving Thanks by Juve

Juve — Sat, 05 May 2012 02:52:41 +0000

Health First gives the best massage anyrehwe in Raleigh, period! I have really bad knots in my back and have been getting two massage a week for the last five years oy my life. I will NEVER go get a massage anyrehwe else. My wife and I have been on cruises and visited 5 star resorts and I have never had a better massage anyrehwe.Simply go in (no appointment necessary) sit down and start having your feet massaged in 2 minutes or less. They dim the lights, put a pillow behind your head and put the leather seat back. I always try to stay awake while using my iPhone to browse the net but it never works, I always fall asleep.Once my foot massage is over I get my back done. I always use the chairs because they seem to be able to get more pressure on my knots this way. I would HIGHLY recommend them, I promise you will be very happy, nobody is as good or polite as these guys and you will feel so relaxed.Next time your in the mall don’t pass them by, give it a try!

Comment on Behind Closed Doors by Will Savage

Will Savage — Thu, 03 May 2012 21:45:25 +0000

Very good post. Thanks for the read.

Comment on The Financial Health of Our Organizations: FSMTB by Klebert

Klebert — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:24:21 +0000

First of all, your sister needs to take a step back and brteahe! As a certified massage therapist (and state certified massage instructor) I can assure you that this is a legitimate career.I’ve worked in this field, happily, full time since 1999. Part of that time I carried my household financially (until I married a great guy in 2004). Living in Southern California, owning my own home, I can assure you, the money is there WITHOUT crossing any lines of professional behavior.If you have good training this career is easy on your body despite what someone else indicated. Body mechanics are the key to avoiding problems with your own body.Some of the benefits of this career include the ability to work for yourself if you prefer, set your own hours, and work only a few hours a day for excellent money.One of my recent students is 21 and has a 14 month old son. She completed her basic studies (including anatomy and physiology which are not really that hard) and she is just finishing up her intern hours now. She has a few elective courses to complete and then she’ll be certified.She’s already been offered more than one job whens he certifies including one starting at $55 an hour. Believe it or not, for private clients that’s a little low.Yes, day spas, chiropractors, physical therapists and gyms give you the smallest cut of the pie (so to speak) but if you find good ones, they’ll allow you to build a private clientele also which is where the real money and flexibility comes in.I work part time for 2 chiropractors one of them I come in 2 afternoons a week for only about 2 hours at a time. The other I’m only there one afternoon every other week because this is what has worked for me. We’ll be trying something new in 2007 and I’ll be there one morning a week for 4 hours.Those jobs are low paying’ in the field I only make $30 an hour. I’ve worked at day spas for that price also, but currently don’t have the time.My private appointments take up many evenings. I choose to take off Friday afternoon until Sunday morning as my weekend and I take Tuesday off usually. My private clientele pays anywhere from $70 $120 an hour depending on the location (my location or commuting to them) and depending on modality Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Aromatherapy etc.You work your hours around your child and child care situation. You are paid by private clients at the time of each session so there’s a lot of cash flow in the business. Admittedly spas and the like usually pay twice a month.Many clients give tips even at spas and medical offices so again, it helps with the cash flow if money is tight. My 21 year old student uses her tips to pay for the gas to get where she’s got to be (currently at the school clinic), so she’s not usually out anything even tho each school requires their students to participate in a clinic for practical experience.I hope this information is helpful to you. Don’t hestitate to contact me if you have more questions.

Comment on R-E-S-P-E-C-T by Los Angeles Massage Therapy

Los Angeles Massage Therapy — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:14:01 +0000

This is one reason why my fellow batch mates in my Senior years told me that I have gotten the wrong profession. I love my job even if it’s just being a therapist. The only thing we’re asking is that they RESPECT our profession.

Comment on MOCC-ERY by nuru

nuru — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:48:01 +0000

Nice sharing, by recommending that most continuing education should be voluntary, not mandatory for license renewal.